The Long Beach State 49ers (2-3) will be in the MGM Resorts Main Event Middleweight at T-Mobile Arena when they meet the Utah Valley Wolverines (2-3). Action gets underway at 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 21, 2018.
Utah Valley Wolverines vs. Long Beach State 49ers Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The 49ers edged the Iona Gaels 86-85, while the Wolverines beat the Hartford Hawks 72-65.
Utah Valley’s effective field goal percentage was their largest advantage over Hartford. The Wolverines had a rate of 0.653 (above their season average of 0.460), while the Hawks posted a mark of 0.427 (below their season average of 0.498). Meanwhile, Long Beach State’s 34.6 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over Iona, who had a mark of 27.0. The 49ers’ mark was above their season average of 24.0, while the Gaels’ was below the 33.7 mark opponents have averaged against Long Beach State this season. Long Beach State was lifted by KJ Byers, who finished with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Conner Toolson led the way for Utah Valley, contributing 23 points and seven rebounds.
Long Beach State might struggle to score as they face off against one of the nation’s best defenses. Since last season, Utah Valley ranks 42nd in defensive efficiency while the 49ers rank 256th in offensive efficiency.
Utah Valley Wolverines vs. Long Beach State 49ers Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Long Beach State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Utah Valley averages 15.9 assists per game, which ranks 40th in the nation. Long Beach State ranks 260th in assists allowed per game (14.8).
- The Wolverines rank 80th in blocks per game (3.9) while the 49ers rank 182nd in blocks allowed per game (3.6).
- Utah Valley ranks 235th in three pointers attempted per game (20.3) while Long Beach State ranks 305th (17.7).
- The 49ers average 6.7 steals per game, which ranks 94th in the nation. The Wolverines rank 256th in steals allowed per game (7.4).
- Utah Valley ranks 50th in rebounds allowed per game (32.5) while Long Beach State ranks 191st (35.6).
